Chromosomes and DNA

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Each chromosome is made up of coiled strands of ______.

Back

DNA

Front

What is mitosis?

Back

The process by which one cell divides to form two cells.

Front

What is the primary function of chromosomes?

Back

Direct cellular activity.

Front

DNA acts like a blueprint for the cells of an organism, instructing them how to put together materials to produce certain ______.

Back

traits.

Front

Which of the following is not a base in DNA? A) Adenine B) Thymine C) Uracil D) Guanine

Back

C) Uracil.

Front

What are chromosomes?

Back

Structures within cells that contain DNA.

Front

How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?

Back

23 pairs.

Front

What is the shape of DNA?

Back

Double helix.

Front

What are the four bases of DNA?

Back

Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, Guanine.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cells?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.